PediRounds

Adrenaline (infusion) — paediatric dose

Weight-based dosing for Adrenaline (infusion) in children. Category: Infusion.

Dose0.05–1 mcg/kg/min
Per kg0.05–1 mcg/kg/min/kg
RouteIV central
Frequencytitrate

Clinical notes

Inotrope/chronotrope; higher doses → vasoconstriction.

Sources

  • Nelson Textbook of Pediatrics, 21st edition
  • The Harriet Lane Handbook, 22nd edition
  • BNF for Children
  • PALS 2020 guidelines